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Sample Letter of Authority

A completed authority allowing a named adviser to communicate about a council tax account, with scope, expiry and revocation.

Jurisdiction: England and Wales - completed fictional worked example

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# SAMPLE LETTER OF AUTHORITY

Date: 24 June 2029

Parties: Priya Nair and Northshire Council

## 1. Applicant and subject

Priya Nair of 6 Orchard Yard, York YO10 4LP authorises Maya Singh of 18 Willowbank Road, York YO10 4LP to communicate with Northshire Council about council-tax account CT-55018 for that address.

## 2. Scope of request

Maya may receive bills, request a payment-history correction, discuss a benefits reduction and propose an instalment plan. She may not change the liable person, accept a liability decision, make a payment from Priya's account or sign a new agreement.

## 3. Facts and reasons

The authority begins on 24 June 2029 and ends on 31 December 2029 unless Priya revokes it earlier in writing. The council should record the authority and tell Maya what identity checks and evidence are required.

## 4. Identity and information

Priya remains responsible for accurate information and any council-tax liability. The authority does not create an agency for unrelated services, disclose protected information outside the stated matter or override a statutory notice.

## 5. Response method

Maya may receive correspondence at maya.singh@example.co.uk, but payment and identity documents should use the council's secure channel. Priya may ask for copies of material communications.

## 6. Deadline and remedies

The council should acknowledge any refusal or limitation and explain its review or complaint route. Priya may revoke the authority by email or post to the council's published address.

## 7. Signature and records

Priya signs on 24 June 2029, gives her account reference and keeps a copy. This letter is governed by England and Wales law and is not a lasting power of attorney.

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